BrandFest 2025 kicked off with a warm, lively gala night at Royal Tulip Kathmandu BrandFest 2025 kicked off with a warm, lively gala night at Royal Tulip Kathmandu Sponsors, speakers, and participants gathered yesterday evening for a gala dinner at Royal Tulip Kathmandu Gwarko, marking the eve of The Himalayan Times BrandFest 2025, Nepal's biggest branding and marketing event. Sponsors, speakers, and participants gathered yesterday evening for a gala dinner at Royal Tulip Kathmandu Gwarko, marking the eve of The Himalayan Times BrandFest 2025, Nepal's biggest branding and marketing event. Business 05 Dec, 2025
Royal Enfield launches refreshed Hunter 350 in Nepal with new colours, upgraded features Royal Enfield launches refreshed Hunter 350 in Nepal with new colours, upgraded... Royal Enfield has introduced the updated BS VI Hunter 350 in Nepal, offering new street-inspired colourways and several feature upgrades. Royal Enfield has introduced the updated BS VI Hunter 350 in Nepal, offering new street-inspired colourways and several feature upgrades. Business 10 Dec, 2025
Gold up by Rs 200 per tola, silver jumps Rs 150 Gold up by Rs 200 per tola, silver jumps Rs 150 Gold and silver prices rose in the domestic market on Wednesday, with silver posting a significantly sharper gain. Gold and silver prices rose in the domestic market on Wednesday, with silver posting a significantly sharper gain. Business 10 Dec, 2025
Minister Kharel visits Ncell data centre, assures govt support Minister Kharel visits Ncell data centre, assures govt support Minister for Communications and Information Technology Jagdish Kharel visited Ncell’s Integrated Data Centre (IDC) in Nakkhu, Lalitpur on Monday, pledging government support to the telecom operator following damages suffered during the recent Gen Z protests. Minister for Communications and Information Technology Jagdish Kharel visited Ncell’s Integrated Data Centre (IDC) in Nakkhu, Lalitpur on Monday, pledging government support to the telecom operator following damages suffered during the recent Gen Z protests. Business 09 Dec, 2025
Gold price drops by Rs 1,000 per tola; Silver rises Gold price drops by Rs 1,000 per tola; Silver rises The gold price has further declined by Rs 1,000 per tola in the domestic market, on Tuesday. The gold price has further declined by Rs 1,000 per tola in the domestic market, on Tuesday. Business 09 Dec, 2025
Yamaha Nepal launches week-long 'Yamaha BLUE CAMP' service initiative Yamaha Nepal launches week-long 'Yamaha BLUE CAMP' service initiative Yamaha Nepal has launched Yamaha BLUE CAMP, a nationwide service week running from December 7–13, offering exclusive maintenance benefits to Yamaha motorcycle and scooter owners. Yamaha Nepal has launched Yamaha BLUE CAMP, a nationwide service week running from December 7–13, offering exclusive maintenance benefits to Yamaha motorcycle and scooter owners. Business 09 Dec, 2025
Ncell begins issuing mobile numbers under new '971' range Ncell begins issuing mobile numbers under new '971' range Ncell has begun distributing SIM cards with mobile numbers starting with the new 971 range, following government approval to expand its numbering capacity. Ncell has begun distributing SIM cards with mobile numbers starting with the new 971 range, following government approval to expand its numbering capacity. Business 09 Dec, 2025
CrushCON debuts as USSEC's first regional MENASA event in Dubai CrushCON debuts as USSEC's first regional MENASA event in Dubai The U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) hosted its first regional CrushCON event for the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia (MENASA) region in Dubai on Thursday, bringing together key players from the poultry, aquaculture, edible oil and feed industries. The U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) hosted its first regional CrushCON event for the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia (MENASA) region in Dubai on Thursday, bringing together key players from the poultry, aquaculture, edible oil and feed industries. Business 08 Dec, 2025
Gold price rises by Rs 700 per tola; Silver declines Gold price rises by Rs 700 per tola; Silver declines The price of gold rose by Rs 700 per tola in the domestic market on Monday. The price of gold rose by Rs 700 per tola in the domestic market on Monday. Business 08 Dec, 2025
NEPSE drops 21 points as all sectors turn red NEPSE drops 21 points as all sectors turn red The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) fell by 21.48 points on Sunday to close at 2,609.69, marking a 0.81 percent decline on the first trading day of the week. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) fell by 21.48 points on Sunday to close at 2,609.69, marking a 0.81 percent decline on the first trading day of the week. Business 07 Dec, 2025
Gold price drops by Rs 200 per tola, silver rises by 50 Gold price drops by Rs 200 per tola, silver rises by 50 Gold price fell by Rs 200 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Gold price fell by Rs 200 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Business 07 Dec, 2025
Four South Asian companies adopt U.S. Soy Sustainability Labels Four South Asian companies adopt U.S. Soy Sustainability Labels Four companies from Nepal and Sri Lanka have signed licensing agreements to use U.S. Soy sustainability labels on their product packaging, marking a growing regional shift toward responsible sourcing practices. Four companies from Nepal and Sri Lanka have signed licensing agreements to use U.S. Soy sustainability labels on their product packaging, marking a growing regional shift toward responsible sourcing practices. Business 06 Dec, 2025
Gold price drops by Rs 900 per tola Gold price drops by Rs 900 per tola The price of gold continued its downward trend in the domestic market, falling by Rs 900 per tola today. The price of gold continued its downward trend in the domestic market, falling by Rs 900 per tola today. Business 05 Dec, 2025
MetLife Nepal partners with Beema Gojima App to launch exclusive digital insurance packages MetLife Nepal partners with Beema Gojima App to launch exclusive digital insurance... MetLife Nepal has partnered with Neoassure Insurance Agent Pvt. Ltd., the company behind the digital insurance platform Beema Gojima, to introduce a range of exclusive insurance packages that customers can now purchase directly through the mobile app. MetLife Nepal has partnered with Neoassure Insurance Agent Pvt. Ltd., the company behind the digital insurance platform Beema Gojima, to introduce a range of exclusive insurance packages that customers can now purchase directly through the mobile app. Business 03 Dec, 2025
Global IME Bank launches iPhone 17 offer for mobile banking users Global IME Bank launches iPhone 17 offer for mobile banking users Global IME Bank Limited has announced a new campaign offering mobile banking users the chance to win the latest iPhone 17 by conducting transactions through the PhonePe Direct network on its Global Smart Plus app. Global IME Bank Limited has announced a new campaign offering mobile banking users the chance to win the latest iPhone 17 by conducting transactions through the PhonePe Direct network on its Global Smart Plus app. Business 03 Dec, 2025
Ncell App crosses 10 million downloads, launches 10-day celebration campaign Ncell App crosses 10 million downloads, launches 10-day celebration campaign Ncell’s self-service mobile application has surpassed 10 million downloads, making it one of Nepal’s most widely used digital platforms. Ncell’s self-service mobile application has surpassed 10 million downloads, making it one of Nepal’s most widely used digital platforms. Business 03 Dec, 2025
Gold up by Rs 800 per tola, silver surges by Rs 110 Gold up by Rs 800 per tola, silver surges by Rs 110 Gold price rose by Rs 800 per tola in the domestic market on Wednesday, continuing the recent upward trend. Gold price rose by Rs 800 per tola in the domestic market on Wednesday, continuing the recent upward trend. Business 03 Dec, 2025
Nepal Airlines, NTB sign MoU to boost tourism promotion Nepal Airlines, NTB sign MoU to boost tourism promotion Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) and the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) have signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen cooperation in tourism promotion and aviation services. Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) and the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) have signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen cooperation in tourism promotion and aviation services. Business 02 Dec, 2025
'AI is evolving fast, but the core truth hasn't changed' 'AI is evolving fast, but the core truth hasn't changed' Jupiter Huidrom leads Integrated Media Strategy at Weber Shandwick Singapore, helping global B2B and B2C brands connect with communities through culture-driven, AI-enabled strategy. Jupiter Huidrom leads Integrated Media Strategy at Weber Shandwick Singapore, helping global B2B and B2C brands connect with communities through culture-driven, AI-enabled strategy. Business 02 Dec, 2025
Food imports via Birgunj reach Rs 5.89 billion in four months Food imports via Birgunj reach Rs 5.89 billion in four months Foodstuffs worth Rs 5.89 billion were imported through the Birgunj checkpoint in the first four months of the current fiscal year, an increase of Rs 1.24 billion compared to the same period last year. Foodstuffs worth Rs 5.89 billion were imported through the Birgunj checkpoint in the first four months of the current fiscal year, an increase of Rs 1.24 billion compared to the same period last year. Business 02 Dec, 2025
Sports Bayern warms up for Madrid by smashing Bundesliga goal record and closing in on title Bayern Munich warmed up for Real Madrid's visit by smashing the Bundesliga record for goals in a season and taking a major step toward yet another league title on Saturday.
Sports Arsenal falls to Bournemouth and lets Man City back into Premier League title race Bournemouth has won in back-to-back seasons at Arsenal and set a new club record of 12 straight games unbeaten in the Premier League.
Entertainment Asha Bhosle, one of India's most versatile Bollywood singers, dies at 92 Asha was admitted at the hospital on late Saturday with a chest infection and exhaustion, her granddaughter Zanai Bhosle said in a social media post.
World Trump threatens Strait of Hormuz blockade after US-Iran ceasefire talks end without agreement Trump stressed that Tehran’s nuclear ambitions were at the core of the failure to end the war, and said the U.S. was ready to “finish up” Iran at the “appropriate moment."
Kathmandu 101 traffic violators fined in Kathmandu Valley The Traffic Police has intensified such surprise inspections in recent days to ensure stricter enforcement of traffic regulations.
Nepal Home Minister Gurung directs security agencies to act tough on crime, drug abuse Home Minister Sudhan Gurung has instructed security officials to adopt a tougher stance to control criminal activities, including drug abuse.
Business NIMB Ace Capital credits pending units of NIBL Sahabhagita Fund to investors' MeroShare accounts NIMB Ace Capital Limited has credited previously pending units of the NIBL Sahabhagita Fund to the MeroShare accounts of unitholders.
Business Subisu, APAC IPv6 Council sign MoU to promote next-generation internet protocol Internet service provider Subisu Limited has signed a memorandum of understanding with the APAC IPv6 Council to promote the adoption of IPv6 technology in Nepal.
Sports Carlsberg Golf Classic concludes at Royal Nepal Golf Course The Carlsberg Golf Classic 2026 concluded at the Royal Nepal Golf Course, drawing participation from 130 golfers over two days.